The Returns to Scarce Talent: Footedness and Player Remuneration in European Soccer

The authors investigate the salary returns to the ability to play association football (soccer) with both feet. The majority of footballers are predominantly right footed. Using two data sets, a cross section of footballers in the five main European leagues and a panel of players in the German Bunde...

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Published in:Journal of sports economics 2013-12, Vol.14 (6), p.606-628
Main Authors: Bryson, Alex, Frick, Bernd, Simmons, Rob
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Ability tests
Athletes
Compensation
Economies of scale
Soccer
Wages & salaries
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